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The Capital One to EVA Air 30% transfer bonus, and what it unlocks
Through July 31, Capital One Miles transfers to EVA Air Infinity MileageLands at a 30% bonus, making the ratio 975 miles per 1,000 Capital One Miles. We break down whether it's worth using.
From now through July 31, 2026, Capital One Miles is transferring to EVA Air Infinity MileageLands at a 30% bonus, so 1,000 Capital One Miles become 975 Infinity MileageLands miles. This improves EVA Air's standard 4:3 transfer ratio, though it still falls short of 1:1 (per AwardWallet).
What the bonus unlocks
| Redemption | Program | Miles after bonus | Cash comparable |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlines business class one-way IAD to LAX | EVA Air Infinity MileageLands | 29,000 | $2,500+ |
| EVA Air business-class upgrade from economy | EVA Air Infinity MileageLands | 30,000-60,000 | varies |
The United transcontinental business redemption is the standout: 29,000 Infinity MileageLands miles is rare pricing for premium cabin awards on that route. Upgrade awards represent another angle, particularly for EVA's long-haul flights where business-class upgrades from paid economy fares can deliver strong value if you already have a ticket.
Is it worth transferring
Capital One Miles don't expire as long as your account stays open, so transferring is permanent and irreversible. The 30% bonus narrows the gap to EVA Air's base ratio, but the program still lags many Capital One partners in both transfer ratio and ease of use (per AwardWallet, EVA's online interface is clunky). Only move Capital One miles to EVA Air if you have already identified a redemption that works.
Before you transfer
Confirm award space exists and verify the live bonus ratio on the Capital One transfer page. Note that Infinity MileageLands miles expire 36 months after earning or transfer, so mark your calendar. Link your account to a tracking tool like AwardWallet to avoid losing miles. See Capital One's transfer partners for the full list.